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Friday, October 24, 2025

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Chicago Fire FC prepares to host rival Columbus Crew amid playoff race

By L. T. Fry | Sep 26, 2025

Chicago Fire FC is set to face the Columbus Crew at Soldier Field on Saturday, September 27, in an important Eastern Conference match that coincides with Hispanic Heritage Night, presented by Meridian.

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Chicago Department of Transportation announces major rehabilitation of Lake Street Bridge

By L. T. Fry | Sep 25, 2025

The Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT) has announced that it will begin rehabilitation work on the Lake Street Bascule Bridge over the South Branch of the Chicago River starting October 6, 2025.

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Chicago airports introduce new resources for neurodivergent travelers

By L. T. Fry | Sep 24, 2025

The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) has introduced new sensory maps, instructional videos, and other accessibility resources at O’Hare and Midway International Airports.

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Cook County Sheriff's Office reports arrests for weapons violations and shares holiday greeting

By L. T. Fry | Sep 23, 2025

The Cook County Sheriff's Office issued statements regarding two separate weapons-related arrests in Hazel Crest and Chicago via Twitter posts dated September 20 and September 23, 2025.

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O’Hare sets new passenger record with over 8 million travelers in July

By L. T. Fry | Sep 23, 2025

O’Hare International Airport reported its highest-ever monthly passenger volume in July 2025, according to data released by the Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) and Mayor Brandon Johnson.

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La Shawn Ford seeks congressional seat after endorsement from Danny Davis

By L. T. Fry | Sep 23, 2025

La Shawn K. Ford, a state representative from Austin on Chicago’s West Side, has announced his candidacy for the U.S. House in Illinois’ 7th district.

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Mayor Johnson announces plan to revitalize South Lawndale storefronts with new grant

By L. T. Fry | Sep 23, 2025

Mayor Brandon Johnson and the Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP) have announced a Request for Proposals (RFP) aimed at revitalizing vacant storefronts in South Lawndale.

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Mayor Johnson welcomes residents at Thrive Englewood affordable housing opening

By L. T. Fry | Sep 23, 2025

Mayor Brandon Johnson attended a ceremony to welcome new residents at the Thrive Englewood housing development, marking the completion of 62 new homes in the neighborhood.

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Chicago Fire FC signs Dean, Gal and Mueller to new contracts

By L. T. Fry | Sep 22, 2025

Chicago Fire FC has signed new contracts with defender Jonathan Dean, goalkeeper Jeff Gal, and winger Chris Mueller, the club announced on September 22, 2025. “Our strategy is to establish a consistent core group of players throughout our squad,”...

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Chicago reaches $90 million settlement over wrongful convictions tied to ex-police sergeant

By L. T. Fry | Sep 20, 2025

Mayor Brandon Johnson and Corporation Counsel Mary B. Richardson-Lowry have announced a $90 million global settlement to resolve 176 lawsuits related to wrongful convictions tied to former Chicago Police Department Sgt.

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Cook County Sheriff's Office details recent arrests and ongoing investigations via Twitter

By L. T. Fry | Sep 19, 2025

The Cook County Sheriff's Office published several updates between September 16-19, detailing charges for arson in Ford Heights, seeking information about suspects involved in a burglary near Northfield Township, and announcing the arrest of...

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This week in City of Chicago history: A noteworthy event that shaped our past (Sept. 14-20)

By L. T. Fry | Sep 14, 2025

This week in City of Chicago history.

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Cook County Sheriff's Office details patrols and burglary arrests in September tweets

By L. T. Fry | Sep 12, 2025

The Cook County Sheriff's Office used its Twitter account on September 12, 2025 to announce enhanced traffic patrols funded by IDOT Illinois and report two arrests for cargo theft following joint operations with Norfolk Southern Railroad in Chicago.

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Chicago faces debate over school funding as leaders weigh borrowing versus using surplus

By L. T. Fry | Sep 9, 2025

When Jean-Baptiste Point du Sable established his trading post along the Chicago River, he operated without concerns about pension liabilities or unfunded obligations.

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Chicago Contrarian: Violence interrupters are a complete fraud

By L. T. Fry | Sep 8, 2025

The Chicago Contrarian has publicly criticized community violence intervention programs, labeling them as "fraudulent, ineffective, and counterproductive."

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Illinois Policy Institute economic director: Thousands have been told their pension is guaranteed, ‘that very well might not be the case’

By L. T. Fry | Sep 8, 2025

Bryce Hill, director of fiscal and economic analysis at the Illinois Policy Institute, expressed concerns about Illinois' pension system on the Prairie State Wire Podcast.

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Chicago records lowest summer homicide total since mid-1960s

By L. T. Fry | Sep 8, 2025

Chicago recorded its safest summer in decades, with the lowest number of homicides for June, July, and August since 1965, according to data from the Chicago Police Department (CPD) as reported by WBEZ.

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Chicago Fire FC moves up after close win over New England Revolution

By L. T. Fry | Sep 7, 2025

Chicago Fire FC secured a 3-2 win over the New England Revolution at SeatGeek Stadium on Saturday night, moving into ninth place in the Eastern Conference with 42 points.

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This week in City of Chicago history: Noteworthy events that shaped our past (Sept. 7-13)

By L. T. Fry | Sep 7, 2025

This week in City of Chicago history.

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Study links rodent thumbnail evolution to global ecological success

By L. T. Fry | Sep 2, 2025

Scientists have long observed that some rodents, such as squirrels, have thumbnails instead of claws on their thumbs.